How to get rid of old batteries in Citrus County
Take them to the Citrus County Landfill. There’s no fee.
Citrus County Landfill
Residents and businesses; fees by the bag or the ton
| Monday to Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- No hazardous waste drop-off on the days the landfill closes early.
- Household hazardous waste: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., plus one Saturday a quarter (the next is Nov. 14, 2026).
230 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy., Lecanto, FL 34461
On SR 44; the recycling area has its own entrance just west of the main gate
Rules for batteries
- Fee
- Free
- Limit
- Not posted. Call ahead.
- Residency
- Residents and businesses; fees by the bag or the ton.
- Lead-acid and rechargeable batteries, any day the landfill is open.
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